Fixed Income Sales

Position: Fixed Income Sales Trader Location: Onsite in either New York OR Chicago Duties and Responsibilities: Effectively engage and maintain coverage of Tier I through Tier 3 institutional clients for structured products, rates, credit, securitized products, etc in both primary and secondary markets Generate trade ideas, assess relative value, provide updates on important news flow and provide portfolio recommendations to our portfolio managers clients Generate reverse inquiry to drive primary issuance Responsible for 750K in annual revenues Facilitate and promote TFI sales/trading activity by effectively interacting with Traders, Bankers, and Clients Regularly arrange and/or participate in Client meetings, conference calls, events, etc, to cultivate business relationships Trouble-shoot client issues, providing suitable solutions to questions and resolving problems in a timely manner Manage risk in accordance with the Company's desk policy 100% commission All other duties as assigned Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field Two (2) or more years of trading or sales experience in credit, rates, corporates, or securitized products, on either buy-side or sell-side Advanced understanding of the fixed income markets and structured products securities Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate and interface with clients Aptitude for analyzing and interpreting complex information in a timely manner Must possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills Proficient in use of Bloomberg and Excel SIE, FINRA series 7 and 63 licensures required (or within 90 days of hire) Ability to work non-traditional work hours as needed and attend business related events Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k with company match, IRA) Employee Profit Sharing Plan Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D, Group Whole Life) Short Term & Long Term Disability Accident and Critical Illness Benefit Plans Paid Time Off (Vacation time) Follow the NYSE Holiday Schedule